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About Us
We’re one of 12 regional Federal Reserve Banks working together with the Board of Governors to support a healthy economy. Our job is to serve the American public — to serve you. And our mission is to foster economic stability and strength.

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Economic Research
We conduct research to support policymaking and thought leadership on issues important to the Federal Reserve and the Fifth District. We also inform the public through our data and economic analysis, publications, presentations and educational resources.

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Banking & Supervision
We help ensure our financial system is operating safely and effectively, and we help support secure and efficient methods to transfer your funds through our financial system.
Education
We work with teachers, students and the public to enhance understanding of economics, personal finance and the Federal Reserve.

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Community Development
We work with community partners to identify and address economic challenges and opportunities in low- and moderate-income communities in the Fifth District.

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The Outlook for Tomorrow: Five Numbers to Watch

Oct. 3, 2018

Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin spoke on the national economic outlook October 3, 2018, in Charleston, West Virginia.

photo of Richmond Fed’s 2018 Joint Council on Economic Education meeting

Oct. 11, 2018 | News

Supporting Deeper Learning in Economics and Personal Finance

Our Bank recently hosted the 2018 Joint Council on Economic Education meeting, a gathering of leaders of economic and financial education organizations across our District to discuss issues relevant to strengthening students’ economic and financial literacy.

Oct. 9, 2018 | News

Richmond Fed Research Addresses Inequality Among and Within Cities

Our latest Economic Brief looks at the persistent increases in demand for highly skilled workers in large cities that has boosted wage growth in those cities.